The Balmoral Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel
- Pet friendly
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
- Baggage storage
Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk. First opened in 1902, The Balmoral now offers rooms with a spacious marble bathroom and an interactive TV. Many rooms have views towards Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. Number One Restaurant provides a fine dining menu, Telephone, Air conditioning and Desk, while Brasserie Prince offers an informal dining atmosphere. Palm Court features afternoon tea and the Bar Prince serves innovative cocktails in a relaxed setting, while the SCOTCH offers over 500 varieties of Scottish Whiskey. With a sauna and a Turkish steam room, The Balmoral Spa features 5 treatment rooms and an exercise studio. With its own splendid clock tower, The Balmoral offers 5-star accommodations in the heart of Edinburgh. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
SustainabilityThis property has 2 third-party sustainability certifications.
Ecostars
Green Tourism
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Guests who stayed here loved
Kah
Malaysia“Upon checking in we will a really get so welcome. Checking is was breeze. The hotel is so nice from the exterior to interior to the room and the staffs especially the housekeeping.”
Ana
United States“Staff was amazing and super helpful. Only issue was that mattress was a little hard.”- CCarlos United States“Beautiful hotel. Location was perfectly situated for visiting all local monuments, restaurants and public transportation.”
Billur1622
Turkey“staff was amazing. location is great. comfortable and clean.”- Faisal
Qatar“The hotel location is excellent and attached to the Edinburgh Waverley station and situated between the both towns (new and old). The hotel staff warm greeting. Prompt and early check in. Spacious and clean rooms and optional amenity to...” 
Johan Qatar“We spent four nights here over Christmas, as a family that travels a lot, this was a stay that really stood out. The staff went the extra mile and the attention to detail was unparalleled. From a little robe and slippers for our daughter. Milk and...”
Evelyn United States“So centrally located that if you’re a walking it’s accessible to restaurants, historical sites, shopping, public transportation & what have you!!!”
Matt United States“The staff was amazing. Barely had to ask for anything because they volunteered to do everything before we even asked. Concierge hooked us up with tickets to the Castle and Real Mary King’s Close even though they were sold out on every site I...”- Leopoldo
Mexico“Amazing historic building, unbeatable location, right in the middle of everything, close to walk everywhere. Excellent staff, drinks and tea time experience a must” - Jeffrey United States“Breakfast was very nice. Staff and services were exceptional.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Brasserie Prince
- CuisineBritish • French
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Number One
- CuisineScottish
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Amenities of The Balmoral HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
PetsPets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Walking toursAdditional charge
Food & Drink
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £40 per day.
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
Safety & security
- Safe
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Indoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
- Locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesThe Balmoral Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Reservations of 7 nights or more will require full prepayment.
Spa Update
We will be undertaking an improvement project in our spa from 20th September 2024, therefore our treatment rooms will be temporarily relocated. We ask guests to arrive at the spa reception on the lower ground floor 10 minutes prior to the appointment to be escorted to the treatment rooms.
Use of Spa Facilities
Use of our spa facilities is complimentary for hotel residents during their stay. As of the 23rd September 2024 our changing rooms and bathrooms will be closed due to our improvement project, therefore we ask guests to arrive dressed in their bathrobes/slippers to use the facilities.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Balmoral Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
